If you're looking for the ideal "home for the holidays," this is it! Situated near the end of a tree-lined culdesac street in the private, guard-gated country club community of St Ives, is this stately home. The mature landscaping and stunning curb appeal of the hardcoat stucco and stone exterior greet you upon arrival. Enter through the custom arched iron front doors and into soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, gleaming hardwood floors, extensive custom millwork and designer touches throughout. The thoughtful floorplan seamlessly blends formal and casual spaces. Pass by the vaulted fireside room in the front of the home that's ideal for a large office, formal living room, music room or library. The two-story great room features a second fireplace, custom built-ins with shiplap accents and a wall of windows that overlooks your private backyard oasis. The renovated kitchen with a Wolf/SubZero professional appliance suite and quartzite countertops is the perfect spot for cooking holiday meals. The large island is ideal for serving and conversation as it flows seamlessly into the vaulted fireside keeping room and oversized breakfast area with seating for 6. You'll love the convenient butler's pantry/wet bar for serving festive beverages. A large walk-in pantry completes the kitchen area and allows for ample food storage! One-level living is achievable in this home with a master suite on the main level that's highlighted by jaw-dropping 18' trayed ceilings, dual custom walk-in closets and a modern, spa-like ensuite bathroom with oversized individual vanities, a large shower and separate soaking tub. Completing this level is a formal dining room, custom mudroom off the 'friends entrance,' large light-filled laundry room and beautiful powder room. The upper level of this home, reached by one of two staircases, includes three expansive guest bedrooms, two with a shared bathroom and one with a private ensuite. All bedrooms feature elevated ceilings with custom millwork details - something you rarely find in most homes. The sprawling and thoughtfully renovated basement is the perfect spot for casual entertaining. Football, anyone?! You'll love the large wet bar with island seating for 8, casual media room, expansive game room, office/craft room with custom built-ins, home gym with steam shower, guest bedroom with ensuite bath plus a secondary full bath for additional guests. There is also a large storage room for all of your overflow items (and holiday decor!). In addition to the aforementioned outstanding features, this home has new windows throughout, a new hot water heater, a new pool pump and three HVAC systems that are less than 5-years-old. The property is situated on one of the most quiet, sought-after streets in the neighborhood with direct access to the swim/tennis amenities. There is optional membership to St Ives Country Club where you can enjoy a stunning European-inspired clubhouse with multiple restaurants, a beautiful pool with cabana restaurant and bar, the most active tennis community in Johns Creek with 16 tennis & 4 pickleball courts, a sprawling playground for the kids, a basketball court and, of course, an award-winning private golf course designed by Tom Fazio. Zoned for top-rated public schools in Johns Creek and conveniently located near coveted area private schools. Johns Creek was recently voted the #1 city to live in the state of Georgia and a top city in the United States. This property is sure to check all of the “boxes” on your holiday home wish list!
